Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 12:40     Subject: L'Auberge Chez Francois
Anonymous wrote:I’ve been several times and it’s not been my experience that it’s wonderful. It’s like the locals in Great Falls go there and want it to be the place to go. Food is rich and not special; decor is dated and Grandma like (most uncomfortable chairs). There are much better places to go and feel like the experience is special. You’ll watch the chef/owner walk around and schmooze with the Great Falls regulars like you are attending someone else’s event.


I think you’ve missed the entire vibe of this restaurant. It is a charming, traditional, Alsace restaurant. It does not pretend to be or advertise itself to be modern, trendy, or anything other than traditional old school French food. It’s not at all a local Great Falls neighborhood hang out. But there are a lot of return guests so yes, the owner does tend to greet familiar faces.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 12:14     Subject: Re:L'Auberge Chez Francois
DH and I both thought the place went downhill when we went recently. We’d gone a few times in the 2000s and it was very good back then. The service is still impeccable but the food was only so so.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 12:03     Subject: L'Auberge Chez Francois
Love L'Auberge! We've been going for decades (and my parents used to go to the original Chez Francois in D.C. in the fifties & sixties). We celebrate birthdays and anniversaries there. It's old school, impeccably-made classic Alsatian fare.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 11:35     Subject: Re:L'Auberge Chez Francois
I prefer the brasserie to the upstairs restaurant. The food is fine.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 09:22     Subject: Re:L'Auberge Chez Francois
Anonymous wrote:My husband and I do like that place. We’ve been 2x but about 12 years apart. We don’t necessarily need to go more often than that. It’s a lot of food.


Me again - it’s also quite a hike for us - 40 mins.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 09:20     Subject: Re:L'Auberge Chez Francois
My husband and I do like that place. We’ve been 2x but about 12 years apart. We don’t necessarily need to go more often than that. It’s a lot of food.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 09:16     Subject: Re:L'Auberge Chez Francois
Anonymous wrote:It is a fine, and expensive, restaurant. It is neither avant-garde nor trendy in both menu and setting. Food is classically French, with a focus on the Alsace region. It is a "special occasion" restaurant for many.


This. People who think it’s just Olive Garden for the Great Falls set are out of their minds.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 08:56     Subject: Re:L'Auberge Chez Francois
It is a fine, and expensive, restaurant. It is neither avant-garde nor trendy in both menu and setting. Food is classically French, with a focus on the Alsace region. It is a "special occasion" restaurant for many.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 08:44     Subject: L'Auberge Chez Francois
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I’ve been several times and it’s not been my experience that it’s wonderful. It’s like the locals in Great Falls go there and want it to be the place to go. Food is rich and not special; decor is dated and Grandma like (most uncomfortable chairs). There are much better places to go and feel like the experience is special. You’ll watch the chef/owner walk around and schmooze with the Great Falls regulars like you are attending someone else’s event.


You don’t know anything about Great Falls.


+1 People come from all over to dine there.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 08:15     Subject: L'Auberge Chez Francois
Anonymous wrote:I’ve been several times and it’s not been my experience that it’s wonderful. It’s like the locals in Great Falls go there and want it to be the place to go. Food is rich and not special; decor is dated and Grandma like (most uncomfortable chairs). There are much better places to go and feel like the experience is special. You’ll watch the chef/owner walk around and schmooze with the Great Falls regulars like you are attending someone else’s event.


You don’t know anything about Great Falls.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 07:13     Subject: L'Auberge Chez Francois
I’ve been several times and it’s not been my experience that it’s wonderful. It’s like the locals in Great Falls go there and want it to be the place to go. Food is rich and not special; decor is dated and Grandma like (most uncomfortable chairs). There are much better places to go and feel like the experience is special. You’ll watch the chef/owner walk around and schmooze with the Great Falls regulars like you are attending someone else’s event.
Anonymous
Post 03/12/2023 00:19     Subject: Re:L'Auberge Chez Francois
Yes, this place is amazing. Have been going there for years... We celebrate our most special occasions there -- including my daughter's birthday tonight! L'Auberge Chez Francois is the BEST restaurant in DC as far as I'm concerned. Elegant and delightful.
Anonymous
Post 03/11/2023 23:48     Subject: Re:L'Auberge Chez Francois
The prix fixe is like 6-7 courses. Food is excellent. But it’s classic old school French. If you are looking for Asian fusion this is not the place for you.

We go regularly and went to the bistro last week. It’s less expensive so maybe a way to try it out. Entrees in the $30-40 range.
Anonymous
Post 03/11/2023 23:22     Subject: L'Auberge Chez Francois
Yes! This place is wonderful. I think Julia Child would approve. A classic French restaurant. Our family goes there for special occasions. We have had wonderful experiences every time. It is worth the price.
Anonymous
Post 03/11/2023 23:13     Subject: L'Auberge Chez Francois
Is this place worth it? I see entrees running $60+, which obviously doesn't even include apps, drinks, dessert etc. Yes, I see the pre-fixe menu at $110 or so, but these prices seem astronomical. I've been to Michelin starred restaurants for a lot less. Why is French food always so ridiculously pricey? It's not better than say any Asian food, for example and that costs 1/3rd of the price. Please tell me this place is worth it.